Episode Details

Skip predictable chocolates and roses this Valentine's Day. Our gift expert shares luxurious ways to delight loved ones—and pamper yourself.

Guest: Staff writer Samantha Schoech

Products we recommend:

• Sparkly Socks: Calzedonia Soft Sox
• Silk hair accessories: Lilysilk Perfect Silk Beauty Set For Hair
• A simple gold chain: Laura Lombardi Mini Omega Chain
• Fancy chocolates Recchiuti XOXO Box 16pc
• Flowers: UrbanStems
• Fancy cookies: Eugénie cookies
• Paper flower bouquet: Unwilted Single Stems

Additional Reading

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• 24 Best Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts of 2025
• 37 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids of 2025
• 15 Exclusive Valentine’s Day Deals Just for Wirecutter Readers
• 38 Best Cheap Valentine’s Day Gifts (Mostly) Under $25 of 2025
• Sign up for  The Gift Newsletter

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